Meet the Leadership Team
Get acquainted with the dedicated professionals at Ad Astra. Our leadership team brings together a wealth of expertise and a shared passion for bridging language barriers. Together, we are committed to delivering exceptional language services that connect communities and cultures across the globe.
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Elena Petrova
Founder and CEO
I have built Ad Astra with a diverse team of professionals who, like me, also profoundly care about people and communities across the nation and the globe and find ultimate satisfaction in creating stronger connections among disparate communities. Along with my employees, I am deeply involved in many pro bono initiatives that provide language services to nonprofits and the community.
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Vadim Petrov
Director of Client Solutions
I lead interpretation operations with a focus on reliability, responsiveness, and operational control. My background includes managing large-scale interpretation programs across multiple modalities, including on-site, video, and phone services.
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Paul Consalvo
Director of Technology and Innovation
As Director of Technology and Innovation at Ad Astra, I lead the company’s efforts in AI architecture, automation, and emerging technologies that enhance performance and deliver measurable impact.
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Amparo Villar García
Learning and Development Manager
I love being able to work with bilingual people and help them start their futures in linguistic careers. Seeing them use this to contribute to their own communities is extremely rewarding. Ad Astra is constantly investing in training to help linguists improve and develop their careers.
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Saqlian Shoaib
Product Specialist
At Ad Astra, I focus on shaping product strategy, streamlining user experiences, and ensuring that technology aligns with client needs. My work centers on translating feedback into actionable roadmaps that enhance efficiency, usability, and value.
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Matias Gunn
Head of Client Success
I lead customer success with a focus on retention, adoption, and long-term client value. My background includes building CSM frameworks that support onboarding, engagement, and ongoing performance across diverse client portfolios.
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John Eick
Director of Administration
I work closely with leadership and technical teams to ensure policies, controls, and procedures align with industry standards and regulatory requirements. My approach emphasizes prevention, accountability, and continuous monitoring.
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Tanicka Kirk
Director of People Operations
As Director of Human Resources Operations at Ad Astra, I bring this experience together to guide people strategy across diverse teams and markets. My focus remains on developing strong leaders, creating inclusive environments, and building systems that connect business goals with employee success.
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Emily Layher
Director of Government Sales
I lead sales with a focus on building strong client relationships and sustainable revenue growth. My experience spans enterprise sales, solution-based selling, and long-term account development across complex service environments.
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Giuliana Medeghini
Recruitment & Linguist Manager
I lead linguist recruitment and workforce management with a focus on building reliable, diverse, and high-quality talent networks. My work centers on sourcing, onboarding, and supporting linguists who meet the operational and compliance needs of complex language services.
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Juli Molino de Alvarenga
Head of Translations Operations
I oversee translation operations with a focus on quality, efficiency, and consistency at scale. My experience includes managing linguist networks, workflows, and quality assurance processes across multiple industries and languages.
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Abdullah Arif
Marketing Manager
At Ad Astra, I focus on connecting strategy with impact and building full-funnel marketing systems that strengthen brand presence, generate qualified leads, and support the company’s expansion into technology-driven communication solutions.
Our Global Team
Our success is powered by a team of dedicated professionals worldwide.
30,000+
Certified Linguists
100+
Project Managers
500+
Voice Actors
80+
Subtitlers
100+
Localization Testers
65+
DTP Specialists
20+
IT Engineers
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